Let's face it ? the phrase "amicable divorce" is, more often than not, an oxymoron. Yes, there are rare cases when a couple "consciously uncouples," everything goes smoothly and neither side harbors any hurt or ill feelings. In most cases, though, divorce is a tough,...
Month: November 2016
FAQ: Receiving spousal support/alimony
Nearly every aspect of divorce is stressful or emotionally draining in some form or another. If you have been unemployed, underemployed, or a stay-at-home parent for a while, one overwhelming aspect of divorce might be how you will provide for yourself and/or your...
High-asset divorce: yes, it’s different
We noted in our immediately preceding blog post that, where family law is concerned in Rhode Island or elsewhere, "the terrain is singularly wide." That is, a dominant focal point in one given case might spotlight custody and visitation concerns, whereas another...
Family law: What exactly does that entail?
If you have a question or concern regarding family law, or a legal matter that you definitely know must be resolved within that realm, you're likely experiencing a kaleidoscope of emotions. If we could impart a few words of comfort to every reader of our blogs at the...